Shimano Recalls to Repair PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars Due to a Fall Hazard

Active Recall Announced August 30, 2012 CPSC #12264

Quick answer

Shimano Recalls to Repair PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars Due to a Fall Hazard is CPSC recall #12264, announced on August 30, 2012. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled bicycle handlebars, intended for high-end road racing bikes, are compact and drop-shaped . The handlebars are sold separately and they have two labels with "Pro Vibe" logo directly printed on them. The model number appears on the bar code sticker on the packaging and serial numbers are printed on a label inside the tube of the handlebar. The recalled model numbers are: PRHA0099, PRHA0102, PRHA0103, PRHA0105 and PRHA0106. The affected serial codes are: JE028ZG, JE101ZG, JE106ZG, JF081ZG, JF102ZG, JG048ZG, JH006ZG and JH077ZG. The remedy is consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled handlebars and contact shimano for information about obtaining a free replacement from an authorized retailer in their area.. Affected brands: Great Go Cycles Inc., Shimano American Corporation.

Hazard

The recalled bicycle handlebars, intended for high-end road racing bikes, are compact and drop-shaped . The handlebars are sold separately and they have two labels with "Pro Vibe" logo directly printed on them. The model number appears on the bar code sticker on the packaging and serial numbers are printed on a label inside the tube of the handlebar. The recalled model numbers are: PRHA0099, PRHA0102, PRHA0103, PRHA0105 and PRHA0106. The affected serial codes are: JE028ZG, JE101ZG, JE106ZG, JF081ZG, JF102ZG, JG048ZG, JH006ZG and JH077ZG.

Affected products

PRO VIBE Carbon bicycle handlebars

Recalled brands

Great Go Cycles Inc., Shimano American Corporation

Remedy

Consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled handlebars and contact Shimano for information about obtaining a free replacement from an authorized retailer in their area.

Recall date

August 30, 2012

Categories

Bicycles and Bicycle Accessories

Frequently asked questions

What is CPSC recall #12264?

CPSC recall #12264 covers Shimano Recalls to Repair PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars Due to a Fall Hazard, announced by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission on August 30, 2012. The CPSC cites the following hazard: The recalled bicycle handlebars, intended for high-end road racing bikes, are compact and drop-shaped . The handlebars are sold separately and they have two labels with "Pro Vibe" logo directly printed on them. The model number appears on the bar code sticker on the packaging and serial numbers are printed on a label inside the tube of the handlebar. The recalled model numbers are: PRHA0099, PRHA0102, PRHA0103, PRHA0105 and PRHA0106. The affected serial codes are: JE028ZG, JE101ZG, JE106ZG, JF081ZG, JF102ZG, JG048ZG, JH006ZG and JH077ZG.

What is the remedy for recall #12264?

The CPSC remedy for recall #12264 is consumers should immediately stop using bicycles with the recalled handlebars and contact shimano for information about obtaining a free replacement from an authorized retailer in their area.. Consumers should stop using the product and follow the instructions in the official CPSC notice.

I sell this product on Shopify. What do I need to do?

If you sell Shimano Recalls to Repair PRO VIBE Bicycle Handlebars Due to a Fall Hazard on Shopify, stop selling the affected units immediately, notify customers who purchased them, and consider whether you have a Section 15(b) reporting obligation to the CPSC. RecallDocket helps Shopify merchants identify affected SKUs and prepare the required safety report.

Where is the official CPSC notice for this recall?

The primary source is the official CPSC notice at https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2012/Shimano-Recalls-to-Repair-PRO-VIBE-Bicycle-Handlebars-Due-to-a-Fall-Hazard. RecallDocket links to it from this page.

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